Just in time for the summer season, we are proud to present new treasures from Japan! These items embody Maruhide USA’s high-quality standards and the epitome of hand-crafted Japanese artisanship. Produced in smaller batches with exacting passion, these treasured and Award-Winning items will elevate your Uni dining experiences.
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• Sumidaya Sushi Grade Rice. Prepared by farmers in the “Old Style” using a +100-year-old rice polishing method. Each batch is blended by hand to achieve the “Golden Ratio” for rice to produce flavorful perfection. Carefully selecting different proportions from several different rice fields, these blend the differing flavors to create the sweet, tender,and complex taste experience that is Sumidaya. Imported in limited quantities annually,this rice is a favorite in regional Michelin class Omakase. Produced in Miyagi Prefecture,Japan. We highly recommend this rice be prepared with a traditional Japanese Donabe(Rice Pot).
• … and we are happy to have found a Limited Edition “Complete” Donabe set to that end. This rarely seen "complete" Donabe comes with pot, lid, traditional heating base (for single use cooking fuel), and table trivet. The lid is heavy and there are no holes generating internal pressure, creating the ideal conditions to maximize the flavorful potential of high-quality sushi rice. Donabe earthenware cooks rice fluffy, sweet, and significantly more flavorful than a regular rice cooker. You'll be Amazed by the difference! . Made in Japan and composed of high-quality porcelain and glazes, this two-cup Donabe embodies Maruhide's high quality standards. For gas stoves only!
• Ever wonder about which “Nori” (Seaweed) is great for handrolls? Look no further!
Maruyama Nori was founded in 1854–at the end of the Edo period–in the Nihonbashi district of Tokyo. Harvested from the Saga prefecture’s intensely cold waters where it develops the fine flavor of this seaweed. The taste is both tenderly sweet and fresh at the same time, the product of early seasonal harvesting captures the superb young flavor. Cut to perfect hand roll sized sheets, Maruyama Nori brings excellent taste, texture, aroma,color to enrobe the most delicious omakase!
• For you Wasabi lovers, we present a new item to bring the perfect compliment to any dish! From the same producers as our fresh grated Wasabi, we bring the follow up favorite, Kameya Wasabi Salt. This premium Wasabi salt is complex with the bright and smooth bite of Wasabi. Enjoy tempura, grilled meats, fish and steak with a touch of bright Wasabi zing. From the roots to the stems and leaves, we bring award-winning taste to a diverse offering of Wasabi products that add complex flavor to your dishes. *Kameya is the proud recipient of the 2021 Excellent Quality Gold Award from Monde Selection, France, a leading international taste and quality organization.
We hope you enjoy these new discoveries from Japan! We look forward to sharing more treasured finds in the coming months. Wishing you safe travels and good times with friends and family this Memorial Day Weekend!